A Morning Run Anyone?

As the sun rises, many serious runners share a common goal: to get out and hit the pavement before the day gets moving. Running in the morning offers a variety of benefits that can help improve your physical and mental health.

1. Boosts Metabolism: One of the healthiest habits a person can have is running in the morning. Running is a great way to kick-start your metabolism and to help rev up your day. Be sure to get enough carbohydrates and protein into your body before your morning run in order to get the most out of your workout.
2. Brightens Mood: Exercising in the morning is proven to reduce stress and improve mood. Running releases endorphins, helps reduce cortisol, and enhances feel-good chemicals in the brain. Running in the morning can also help you become more alert and increase productivity throughout the day.
3. Improves Sleep Quality: Running in the morning can also help to improve the quality of sleep. Studies show that early morning exercise can increase both sleep duration and quality. Working out in the morning not only sets the tone for a productive day, but also helps to encourage adequate, restful sleep later in the night.
4. Prevents Injury: Stretching and running in the morning helps to prepare the body for a long day. After a good stretch, runners prepare the body for activity and avoid the common risk of muscle pulls, pulls or tendonitis, which can be avoided by taking the time to warm up in the morning.

With all of these amazing benefits in mind, morning running is a great way to greet each day. A morning run, combined with stretching, can give you the energy and alertness to tackle whatever comes your way. Set your intention each morning to get up and get moving, and you’ll soon be on your way to feeling and performing better each day.